Kevin Bird Mpetyane

Born: 1974

Language Group: Eastern Anmatyerre

Country: Ilkawerne (El-go-an-na), Utopia Region, North East of Alice Springs, Northern Territory

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas and Linen

Subjects: Ahakeye (Bush Plum) Dreaming, Ntang Artety (Mulga Seed) Dreaming, Tyankern (Mulga Berries) Dreaming

Kevin is son of artists Paddy and Eileen Bird, and grandson of well known artist Ada Bird Petyarre. He is married to artist Marie Ryder and they have four children.

Kevin's country and stories are passed down from his father's ancestors. His stories are associated with his country, Ilkawerne, and Mulga Bore region. Lindsay Bird Mpetyane is a well known artist, and is the senior custodian for this country. Kevin calls Lindsay Bird his grandfather.

Kevin began painting for Mbantua Gallery at the end of 2000, and though not prolific, he continues to paint.

Collections

Mbantua Gallery Collection, Alice Springs, NT

Exhibitions

2001

Combined Exhibition, Mbantua Gallery, Alice Springs, NT

2002-2004

Mbantua Gallery USA exhibitions